جست‌وجوی استاد و پژوهشگر

• Veterinary Internal Medicine
• Organoid Research
• Hepatic Diseases in Companion Animals
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Monique van Wolferen is a Researcher and Teacher at Utrecht University's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Clinical Sciences, specializing in Internal Medicine of Companion Animals. She is actively involved in cutting-edge research on veterinary internal medicine, with a particular focus on organoid technology and hepatic diseases in companion animals. Her primary research interests center around organoid development for veterinary applications , particularly in modeling hepatic diseases in dogs and cats. Her work spans from basic organoid culture techniques to translational applications for disease modeling and potential therapies. She has made significant contributions to understanding canine copper storage disease, hepatic lipidosis in cats, and developing innovative organoid-based models for various liver conditions. Analysis of her recent publications reveals a strong focus on translational veterinary medicine , with particular emphasis on organoid technology applications. Her research demonstrates a progression from basic organoid culture development toward increasingly complex applications including multi-organ systems, bioprinting, and therapeutic testing. The work spans multiple species (primarily dogs and cats) and addresses both fundamental biological questions and clinically relevant problems in veterinary medicine. While no specific scientific awards are listed in the available information, her research has garnered significant attention as evidenced by high citation counts on several publications, including over 300 citations for her work on volumetric bioprinting of organoids. Van Wolferen supervises students from both Utrecht University of Applied Sciences and the Veterinary Medicine program. Her research appears to be well-funded, supporting extensive work in organoid development and disease modeling, though specific grant details are not provided in the available information. Her laboratory work focuses on companion animal organoid systems , particularly for liver diseases. The research group appears to specialize in developing and applying organoid technology to model various hepatic conditions in dogs and cats, with applications ranging from basic disease mechanisms to potential therapeutic testing.

• Developmental Biology
• Molecular Biology
• Genetics
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Dr. Hendrik Korswagen is a faculty member at Utrecht University's Faculty of Science , affiliated with the Developmental Biology department. His research focuses on Wnt signaling, developmental genetics, and molecular mechanisms in Caenorhabditis elegans and nematodes. Key Affiliation: Group Leader at Hubrecht Institute, Utrecht, Netherlands Research Focus: Wnt/β-catenin signaling, neuroblast migration, transcriptomics, and redox regulation Research Interests Prof. Korswagen investigates how Wnt signaling regulates cellular processes like migration, polarity, and gene expression. His work explores evolutionary conserved mechanisms in nematodes, including roles of ztf-6 in neuronal development and retromer complexes in Wnt secretion. Current projects analyze temporal precision in molecular events and sex-specific gene expression using C. elegans and organoid models. Publications Trend His publications (2000–2024) span Wnt signaling , neuroblast migration , transcriptomics , and redox regulation . Notable collaborations include work with A. Mugler (2020–2023) on timing mechanisms, R. E. A. de Groot (2013–2018) on Wnt secretion, and M. Doitsidou (2018) on dopamine neuron specification. Recent studies (2024) optimize C. elegans tools for organoid research. Labs and Collaborations He leads a research group at the Hubrecht Institute and collaborates with institutions like the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Max Planck Institute for Molecular Biomedicine. His team utilizes C. elegans and Caenorhabditis nematodes as model systems, integrating spatial transcriptomics and fluorescence-activated cell sorting (FACS) in their work.

Natalia Goriounovaمشاهده پروفایل

دانشیار

• Neuroscience
• Neurophysiology
• Synaptic Transmission
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Natalia Goriounova is an Associate Professor at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam’s Faculty of Science, affiliated with the Integrative Neurophysiology department and Amsterdam Neuroscience (Cellular & Molecular Mechanisms, Systems & Network Neuroscience). Her research focuses on human cortical neuron diversity, synaptic mechanisms, and their roles in cognition and neurological disorders. She leads a multiscale project on IQ-excitability relationships in the human cortex and teaches advanced neuroscience courses. Her work bridges electrophysiology, transcriptomics, and morphological analysis to uncover human-specific neuronal adaptations. Key areas include interneuron diversity, voltage-gated ion channel properties, and synaptic plasticity in human neocortical circuits. Over 37 publications highlight contributions to understanding human brain evolution and cognitive correlates of neuronal properties. Notable recent findings include morpho-electric diversity in hippocampal neurons, human-specific fast-spiking neuron specializations, and genetic links to cognitive ability. She actively contributes to open science through datasets on neuronal properties and cortical evolution, with widespread academic impact.

• Desiccation Tolerance
• Seed Resilience
• Plant Physiology
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Mariana Silva Artur is an Assistant Professor at the Department of Plant Physiology, Wageningen University & Research. Her research focuses on plant desiccation tolerance and seed resilience, particularly investigating molecular and genomic mechanisms enabling survival under extreme conditions. She leads the Seed Resilience Group, combining experimental physiology, bioinformatics, and molecular biology to study seed survival in arid and high-temperature environments. Education: Bachelor of Biology (Federal University of Lavras, Brazil, 2008-2012) MSc in Agronomy/Plant Physiology (Federal University of Lavras, Brazil, 2012-2014) PhD in Plant Physiology (Wageningen University & Research, Netherlands, 2014-2018) Postdoc in Plant Ecophysiology (Utrecht University, Netherlands, 2018-2020) Postdoc in Plant Physiology (Wageningen University & Research, 2020-2023) Research Interests: Desiccation tolerance, seed resilience, functional genomics, gene regulation, plant proteins, and climate resilience. Her work explores how plants adapt to extreme environmental conditions through evolutionary and molecular mechanisms. Grants & Projects: NWO ENW-Veni Grant (2020) investigating DT regulation during seed maturation Seeds for the Future Initiative (2020-2023) HEAT Project (NWO-funded study on seed quality under high temperatures) Fine Drying Project (NWO-Veni, 2021-2024) Labs/Teams: Head of the Seed Resilience Group within the Laboratory of Plant Physiology. Collaborates on systems-level approaches to enhance seed survival strategies.

• Plant Physiology
• Transcriptomics
• Seed Biology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Lars Bakermans is a Researcher at the Laboratory of Plant Physiology , actively contributing to plant science and transcriptomics research. He is associated with the EPS program and currently engaged in the HEAT project (Active since 1/09/23), focusing on seed quality and Arabidopsis genetics. His research explores the dynamics of seed-stored mRNAs during seed priming, as evidenced by his 2025 publication in New Phytologist titled Unravelling the dynamics of seed-stored mRNAs during seed priming . Key areas include transcriptomics, gene expression, and RNA stability in Arabidopsis thaliana under stress conditions. This work intersects with broader themes of plant physiology and stress response mechanisms, reflected in his collaboration network and fingerprint analysis (Dynamics, Transcriptome, Polysome). His research has been cited in Scopus and PlumX metrics, with 3 Citation Indexes and 14 Mendeley readers.

• Metabolomics
• Mass Spectrometry
• Food Science
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Dr. Jos Hageman is an Assistant Professor affiliated with the Mathematical and Statistical Methods group (Biometris) at Wageningen University & Research. His research focuses on integrating advanced analytical techniques (e.g., mass spectrometry, metabolomics) with statistical modeling to address challenges in food science, plant biology, and environmental systems. He specializes in developing predictive models for food product design, microbial activity analysis, and environmental impact assessment. Education: Not explicitly stated in provided texts. Key research interests include metabolomics-driven food innovation, lipid and protein interaction modeling, and the environmental effects of microplastics. His work combines proteomics, metabolomics, and statistical methods to investigate plant-microbe interactions, crop diversity, and sustainable agriculture. He has collaborated on projects involving statistical analysis of fermentation processes, QSAR modeling for antibacterial compounds, and machine learning for ingredient characterization. Recent publications highlight advancements in QSAR models for food systems, microplastic toxicity assessment, and lipid species analysis via mass spectrometry. His datasets include metabolite profiles of grassland plants and breast milk protein dynamics. As a co-promotor, he oversees PhD projects on kwashiorkor etiology, plant-based protein optimization, and bioreactor transcriptomics. Current active projects focus on improving plant-based food proteins and understanding kwashiorkor pathophysiology through causal learning. His work bridges analytical chemistry, computational methods, and applied biology, contributing to food security and environmental sustainability initiatives.

• Emergency Medicine
• Pharmacology
• Immunology
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Prof. Hjalmar Bouma is a Professor in Personalized Acute Medicine at the University of Groningen's Faculty of Medical Sciences, affiliated with the UMCG. He holds multiple roles including Adjunct Professor, Director of the Clinical Pharmacology Training Program, and Manager of the Acutelines biobank. His expertise spans acute medicine, pharmacology, and immunology with a focus on sepsis pathophysiology and hibernation biology applications. Education: MD and PhD from UMCG/RuG (2013), specializing in immunological aspects of hibernation. Board memberships: International Hibernation Society, SepsisNet, Dutch Society for Acute Medicine. Research interests include sepsis biomarkers, hibernation-derived protective mechanisms, and emergency medicine protocols. His work bridges clinical practice and translational research, aiming to reduce organ injury through innovative therapies. Over 100 peer-reviewed articles span sepsis prediction models, mitochondrial dysfunction in critical illness, and epigenetic changes during hibernation. Awards include Tekke Huizingaprijs (2013) and multiple pharmacology-related accolades. He leads national and international collaborations, contributing to biobanking initiatives and clinical training programs.

• Immunology
• Respiratory Medicine
• Autoimmunity
• +۳ مورد دیگر

Prof. Rudi Hendriks is a Full Professor at Erasmus University Medical Center (Erasmus MC) in the department of Pulmonary Medicine. His research focuses on immunological mechanisms underlying respiratory and autoimmune diseases, including asthma, cystic fibrosis, and spondyloarthritis. He has published 251 peer-reviewed articles and supervised 34 students. Key research interests include B cell biology, T cell immunology, mast cell function, and inflammatory pathways in chronic respiratory diseases. His recent work investigates aberrant B cell signaling in spondyloarthritis, epigenetic regulation of mast cell activity, and transcriptomic profiling in cystic fibrosis.

J. (Jan) Bogerdمشاهده پروفایل

استادیار

• Endocrinology
• Spermatogenesis
• Testicular Stem Cells
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Dr. J. (Jan) Bogerd is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at the Faculty of Science, Utrecht University, where he has been a key member of the Reproductive Biology Group since 1993. His research is centered in the field of Developmental Biology, with strong affiliations to the Biodynamics and Biocomplexity research area and the PtS – Future Food Utrecht initiative. His primary research interests include Endocrinology, Spermatogenesis, Testicular Stem Cells, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry of G Protein-Coupled Receptors, and the Relaxin Peptide Family and their Receptors . His work primarily uses zebrafish and other fish models to investigate the molecular and hormonal regulation of reproductive processes, particularly spermatogenesis and puberty. His extensive publication record, with over 145 research outputs, demonstrates a sustained focus on gonadotropin signaling, steroidogenesis, and the interplay between endocrine and paracrine factors in testicular function. Recent articles highlight ongoing work on Fsh, Igf, Wnt, and prostaglandin signaling in zebrafish spermatogenesis, as well as studies on puberty and gene expression in Atlantic salmon. His research often involves collaboration with prominent scientists like R. W. Schulz. PhD: Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam (1988–1992); Thesis: 'Alternative splicing generates neuropeptide diversity in Lymnaea stagnalis' Post-doctoral Fellow: Utrecht University (1992–1993) Dr. Bogerd has not received any explicitly mentioned scientific awards in the provided text. He has supervised various research activities and has been involved in numerous collaborative projects, though specific details on grants and advisees are not listed. His work is fundamental to understanding the basic mechanisms of reproduction in fish, with potential implications for aquaculture and biomedical research.

• Bioinformatics
• RNA Folding
• Biospectroscopy
• +۷ مورد دیگر

Anne de Jong is a researcher in the Molecular Genetics department at the University of Groningen, specializing in bioinformatics and computational biology. Her work focuses on developing user-friendly pipelines and web servers for integrating data mining and statistics, particularly in bacterial genetics and transcriptomics. She contributes to tools like BAGEL3, PePPER, and Genome2D, which aid in analyzing prokaryotic genome and transcriptome data. Her group utilizes Linux servers to manage large datasets from techniques such as Next Generation Sequencing and proteomics analysis. Her research interests include RNA folding, biospectroscopy, and translating big-data into biological knowledge. She has published extensively on bacteriocin detection, promoter prediction, and data visualization frameworks for prokaryotic systems biology.

Steven L. Salzbergمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Computational Biology
• Genomics
• Bioinformatics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Steven L. Salzberg is the Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, and Biostatistics at Johns Hopkins University, where he also serves as Director of the Center for Computational Biology. His research focuses on developing computational methods for DNA analysis from next-generation sequencing technologies, with applications across gene finding, genome assembly, comparative genomics, and evolutionary genomics. Dr. Salzberg's research interests center on computational biology and genomics, with particular emphasis on developing innovative software tools for analyzing DNA and RNA sequences. His work has significantly advanced genome assembly techniques, annotation systems, and the understanding of genomic variation. He maintains a strong commitment to data accuracy, as demonstrated by his recent work debunking flawed cancer microbiome research that made headlines in 2023 and 2025 publications. Analysis of his recent publications reveals a consistent trajectory toward increasingly sophisticated genomic analysis tools. His lab has pioneered methods for splice site prediction (Splam), genome annotation (LiftOn), protein-coding region detection (ORFanage), and assembly polishing (JASPER). The research spans computational methodology development while maintaining strong connections to biological discovery and medical applications. Scientific Recognition: His former postdoc Martin Steinegger awarded the 2024 Overton Prize from ISCB Contributed to the landmark publication of the first complete human genome in Science (2022) Dr. Salzberg actively mentors numerous PhD students and postdoctoral fellows, with recent thesis defenses by Kuan-Hao Chao, Markus Sommer, and Ales Varabyou. His lab has secured substantial research funding supporting multiple graduate students and postdocs working on cutting-edge genomic research. The lab maintains extensive collaborations, particularly with Dr. Mihaela Pertea's group, as evidenced by joint publications and shared lab members working on genome assembly and annotation projects. The Salzberg Lab at Johns Hopkins represents a dynamic research environment with continuous growth and evolution. Recent lab news shows consistent expansion with new members joining across multiple years, thesis defenses by key researchers, and high-impact publications spanning Nature, Science, and specialized genomics journals. The lab's collaborative approach with other research groups has resulted in significant contributions to the field of computational genomics.

Leonardo Joمشاهده پروفایل

پژوهشگر

• Plant Development
• Bioinformatics
• Functional Genomics
• +۴ مورد دیگر

Dr. Leonardo Jo is a postdoctoral researcher at Utrecht University's Plant Ecophysiology Group, focusing on gene regulatory mechanisms in plant development. He holds a PhD in Plant Biology from the University of California Davis, where his dissertation explored transcriptional networks controlling soybean seed development, and a Master's degree in Biotechnology from the University of Sao Paulo, Brazil. Current Researcher at Utrecht University (November 2021–Present) PhD in Plant Biology (2021), University of California Davis Ms.C. in Biotechnology (2012), University of Sao Paulo, Brazil BS in Biological Sciences (2008), University of Sao Paulo, Brazil Leonardo's research expertise spans Plant Development , Bioinformatics , and Mechanisms of Gene Regulation , with a focus on transcription networks and somatic embryogenesis. His work combines experimental and computational approaches to study gene regulation in plant development, particularly in soybean seed biology and Brazilian pine somatic embryogenesis. His publication record includes studies on proteomic analysis, polyamines, and reactive oxygen species in Brazilian pine embryogenic cultures, comparative transcriptomics in pine embryos, and combinatorial interactions of transcription factors in soybean seed development. He has presented at international conferences such as the Plant Biology Retreat, American Society of Plant Biologists Meeting, and Plant and Animal Genomes. CNPq - National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (Brazil) grant (2007-2009) CAPES grant for graduate studies in Brazil (2009-2011) LASPAU Science without Borders program (2014-2018) Elsie Taylor Stocking Memorial Fellowship (2017-18) Professors for the Future Fellowship, UC Davis (2018-2019) Walter R. and Roselinde H. Russell Fellowship (2019-2020) Student Travel Grants and Best Poster Award (2011-2018) As an educator, Leonardo served as Main Lecturer for UC Davis courses on plant development and professional English presentations and has held teaching assistant roles for plant physiology and genetic engineering courses. He is actively involved in the Kajala Lab at Utrecht University, where he investigates gene regulatory networks in plant development under fluctuating environments, supported by NWO grant VI.Vidi.193.104.

• Animal Cognition
• Evolution of Language
• Pattern Recognition
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Michelle Spierings is an Assistant Professor at the Institute of Biology Leiden (IBL) within Leiden University, focusing on animal cognition and the evolution of language. Her research compares pattern recognition abilities across species, emphasizing vocal learning in songbirds and parrots. She collaborates with computational linguists and cognitive neuroscientists through the Dynamates project funded by the Austrian Science Fund (FWF). Bachelor in Biology, Leiden University Master in Neuroscience & Cognition, Utrecht University Ph.D. in Behavioral Biology, Leiden University (collaborative with linguists and computational linguists) Her research explores the cognitive underpinnings of language evolution, including rhythm perception in birds (granted Veni-2021) and dynamic decision-making in marmosets. She investigates how developmental history shapes social-learning strategies in zebra finches and budgerigars. Scientific awards include the Veni-grant (2021) for studying avian rhythm perception. Her work has been published in journals like Animal Behaviour , Current Biology , and Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B . As a Ph.D. candidate, she studied theory of mind in rooks with Nicola Clayton (Cambridge University). Postdoctoral work (2016–2020) at Tecumseh Fitch’s lab compared language perception in pigeons, marmosets, and humans. She currently runs a lab at Leiden University, inviting parrot participation in the Bird Singalong project.

Linda Amaral-Zettlerمشاهده پروفایل

استاد

• Marine Microbiology
• Microbial Ecology
• Environmental Change
• +۱۲ مورد دیگر

Linda Amaral-Zettler is a Professor and Research Leader at the Royal Netherlands Institute for Sea Research (NIOZ), with a Chair in Marine Microbiology at the University of Amsterdam. She leads research in the Microbiology & Biogeochemistry department, focusing on microbial community dynamics in human-impacted and extreme marine environments. Her research interests include: microbial ecology of the Plastisphere , harmful algal blooms (HABs) , fish microbiomes , microbial biogeography , and alkenone-producing haptophytes as paleotemperature proxies. She employs cutting-edge molecular tools such as metagenomics and transcriptomics to study microbial diversity and function across global sites, including the Antarctic Peninsula, Caribbean Sargassum blooms, and microplastic debris. Her recent publications reflect a strong focus on environmental change, marine pollution, and microbial sentinels of ecosystem health. Trends show increasing emphasis on plastic transport of pathogens , climate-driven algal blooms , and deep-ocean microplastic accumulation . ERC Advanced Grant from the European Commission NWO ENW Groot Award (project leader) NWO grant for Sargassum inundations research She has led major research initiatives, including projects on nanoplastics and biodegradable plastics, often in collaboration with international partners. Her work is supported by national and European funding agencies and involves extensive fieldwork aboard research vessels like RV Pelagia. She mentors students and researchers, contributing to graduate education through UvA and NIOZ programs. Linda Amaral-Zettler leads a dynamic research group at NIOZ-Texel, actively involved in projects such as the study of holopelagic Sargassum strandings and the development of genomic tools for tracking microbial communities. Her lab collaborates with organic geochemists at Brown University and participates in international consortia focused on marine ecosystem resilience.

• Synthetic Biology
• Systems Biology
• Metabolic Engineering
• +۵ مورد دیگر

Vitor Martins dos Santos is a Professor in Bio Process Engineering at Wageningen University, specializing in Synthetic Biology, Systems Biology, and Metabolic Engineering. His work focuses on microbial biotechnology, particularly using organisms like Pseudomonas putida and Saccharomyces cerevisiae for industrial and environmental applications. Research Trends: His recent articles examine bioprocessing scalability, metabolic optimization in bacteria, microbiome engineering for fermentation, and leveraging genomic data for biosynthetic potential. Key themes include synthetic biology infrastructure (IBISBA), computational modeling, and multi-omics approaches. Supervision: He actively mentors PhD candidates such as D. Rosas Gomez, M. Dronov, and N. Haasbroek in projects like Industriophile and BIOSENSEI , focusing on digital twins, biosensors, and environmental pollutants. Datasets: He contributes to genomic and proteomic datasets, including comparative studies of Pseudomonas strains and transcriptome analyses of microbiomes.